Fri Feb 25, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
101
away
Chemistry
Hot
Chicago BullsBulls
97
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 29 | 28 | 21 | 23 | 101 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 25 | 30 | 21 | 21 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Wizards survived the Bulls 101-97. The Wizards won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. Fresh off a statement win, the Wizards stayed locked in; Wizards' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Wizards bench chemistry carried them. Wizards' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Bulls · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Wizards · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.